The New Nation - Internet Edition

Staff Reporter

Jumatul Wida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramzan, was observed across the country yesterday with religious fervour and sanctity for peace and prosperity of the country.

A large number of `musullis' (devotees) attended the Juma' prayers at different mosques seeking divine blessings of the Almighty Allah for continued welfare and unity of the Muslim ummah for coping with the present day challenges.

The largest `Juma'tul Wida' congregation was held at Baitul Mukarram National Mosque in the capital.

Thousands of devotees took part in the congregation and sought the blessing of the Almighty Allah for peace of the departed souls of their near and dear ones. The management of mosques in many places had erected `shamianas' (tents) outside the main mosque buildings to create additional space for offering of prayers.

At many places, the faithful even offered prayers on roads. Khateebs and ulema delivered special sermons highlighting the significance of Juma'tul Wida.

They exhorted the faithful to submit themselves to the will of Almighty Allah to seek his mercy and blessings.

Juma'tul Wida has a special significance since it is a prelude to the departure of the holy month of Ramadan marked by the showering of divine blessings and Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) also stressed the sanctity of this day.